1979 Datsun Laurel vs. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1979 Datsun Laurel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 475 kg more than 1979 Datsun 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, 1978 Ford Crown Victoria (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Datsun Laurel | 1978 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Datsun | Ford |
Model | Laurel | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |