1964 Volvo P 1800 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo P 1800 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 120 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo P 1800 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | P 1800 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
