1972 Nissan Laurel vs. 1997 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1997 TVR Cerbera is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 115 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Laurel | 1997 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Laurel | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1815 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |