1976 Nissan Laurel vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (240 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Laurel.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (366 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Laurel | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Laurel | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
