1965 MG MGB vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 164 kg more than 1965 MG MGB. 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, 1983 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB. 1983 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1965 MG MGB has manual transmission. 1965 MG MGB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 MG MGB | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | MGB | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |
