2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Santana weights approximately 18 kg more than 2000 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, 1985 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | Santana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
