1999 Nissan Maxima vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 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, 1999 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Maxima | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Maxima | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
