1973 Toyota Publica vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 455 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Laurel (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Publica | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Publica | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
