1970 Nissan Laurel vs. 1999 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1999 Nissan Stagea is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 405 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Laurel | 1999 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Laurel | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
