2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 800 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 40 L |
