1976 Nissan Laurel vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 32 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Laurel (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Logan weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Logan, 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, 1976 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Laurel | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Laurel | Logan |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
