1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 26 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 258 kg more than 2003 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Laurel | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Laurel | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2753 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |