1970 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 35 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (159 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 415 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.
Because 1970 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 1970 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Laurel | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Camry |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
