1968 Nissan Laurel vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 44 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1613 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.
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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Laurel | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Laurel | NV |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1815 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3711 mm |
