1973 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Laurel 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 1973 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira, 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Laurel | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Laurel | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
