1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,103 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Rover P4 (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rover P4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1950 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Laurel | P4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
