1984 Opel Monza vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1984 Opel Monza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Monza (114 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Monza weights approximately 221 kg more than 1981 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, 1984 Opel Monza (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Monza | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Monza | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
