2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 298 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.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Micra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
