1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster is newer by 28 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster. 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Laurel | 2005 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Nissan | Smart |
Model | Laurel | Roadster |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |