2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 21 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 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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 2009 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Titan | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Titan | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5549 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |