1979 Datsun Laurel vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1979 Datsun Laurel is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. Both 1979 Datsun Laurel and 1969 Nissan Fairlady are equipped with a 2,393 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 144 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun Laurel | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Datsun | Nissan |
| Model | Laurel | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2310 mm |
