1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 534 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Laurel (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2753 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
