1971 Nissan Laurel vs. 1974 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1971 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 1971 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 1971 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Laurel | 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Laurel | K 70 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1815 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |