1974 Nissan Laurel vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1992 Toyota Sera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Sera (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Because 1974 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Sera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 1974 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Laurel | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Sera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
