1969 Nissan Laurel vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,813 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Laurel | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1813 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
