1984 Nissan Laurel vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1984 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 1984 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Laurel | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Laurel | Zafira |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |