1973 Nissan Laurel vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 36 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. Both 1973 Nissan Laurel and 2009 Opel Antara are equipped with a 1,990 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 735 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 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Laurel | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Laurel | Antara |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |