1969 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 42 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 139 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 1969 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 1969 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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, 1969 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Laurel | Versa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1813 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
