1971 Jensen FF vs. 1980 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1980 Nissan Laurel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 835 kg more than 1980 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 1980 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | FF | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
