1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 30 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2007 Seat Toledo, 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Toledo. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Laurel | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Laurel | Toledo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |