1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 291 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 2011 Honda Accord 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. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Laurel | Accord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2799 mm |
