1978 Nissan Laurel vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Laurel | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Laurel | Vitara |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1360 kg |