1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 1979 Datsun Laurel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 222 kg more than 1979 Datsun Laurel. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Datsun Laurel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
Model | Corvette | Laurel |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |