2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 16 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 630 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
