1969 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Tata Safari

To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 41 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 910 kg more than 1969 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Laurel.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Nissan Laurel 2010 Tata Safari
Make Nissan Tata
Model Laurel Safari
Year Released 1969 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1813 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2660 mm


 

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