1976 Nissan Laurel vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 36 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 2012 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota iQ, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Laurel | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | iQ |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2000 mm |
