2005 Nissan Pickup vs. 1997 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 785 kg more than 1997 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Pickup | 1997 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Pickup | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |