1973 Nissan Laurel vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Laurel | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Laurel | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |
