1972 Honda 1300 vs. 1980 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1980 Nissan Laurel is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 245 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, 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, 1980 Nissan Laurel (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 1980 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1770 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2680 mm |