1979 Datsun Laurel vs. 1968 Datsun 1800
To start off, 1979 Datsun Laurel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Datsun Laurel (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Datsun 1800. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 1968 Datsun 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 222 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800. 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, 1979 Datsun Laurel (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun Laurel | 1968 Datsun 1800 | |
| Make | Datsun | Datsun |
| Model | Laurel | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
