2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1995 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Corsa. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Corsa. 2007 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
