1998 Nissan Maxima vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 575 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Maxima | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Maxima | Corsa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |