1979 Datsun Laurel vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1979 Datsun Laurel and 1979 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 39 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 368 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Datsun Laurel | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Datsun | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 77 mm |
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 | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |