1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Land Rover 109 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | 109 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |