2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa.
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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 44 L |
