1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1111 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.
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 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 2012 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Laurel | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3645 mm |
