1953 Nissan Sports vs. 1982 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1982 Nissan Laurel is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 320 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Nissan Sports | 1982 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sports | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 860 cc | 1952 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
