2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 718 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1488 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 |
