1972 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 38 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 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Laurel.
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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Laurel | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1815 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
