1967 MG MGC vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
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 (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 MG MGC | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | MGC | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
