1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 10 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 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Laurel | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Laurel | 420 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2753 cc | 4225 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2390 mm |