1999 Hyundai Galloper vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Galloper is newer by 18 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Galloper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (98 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Galloper weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1999 Hyundai Galloper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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, 1999 Hyundai Galloper (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Galloper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Galloper | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Galloper | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
