1968 Monteverdi 2000 vs. 1990 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1990 Nissan Laurel is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Monteverdi 2000 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Monteverdi 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Monteverdi 2000 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Monteverdi 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Laurel. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Monteverdi 2000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Monteverdi 2000 | 1990 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Monteverdi | Nissan |
Model | 2000 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |