1972 Nissan Laurel vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 913 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Laurel | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Laurel | Kyron |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1815 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |