1978 Nissan Laurel vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 29 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Laurel | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 90 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 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
