1968 Nissan Laurel vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 596 kg more than 1968 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan Laurel | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Avensis |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1815 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |