1999 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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 Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Rasheen | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Rasheen | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
