1975 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Laurel | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2624 mm |
