1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 1979 Renault 4
To start off, 1979 Renault 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel 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 95 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 595 kg more than 1979 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Renault 4, 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 1979 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Laurel | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2753 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
