1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 35 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laurel | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3310 mm |
