1973 Nissan Laurel vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1035 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 2012 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Laurel | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
