2002 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera 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 29 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 343 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Primera | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
