1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 2007 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1977 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1977 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
