2002 Nissan Primera vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 500 kg more than 1988 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, 2002 Nissan Primera (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Primera | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
