1979 Datsun Laurel vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Datsun Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Datsun Laurel 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 34 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 112 kg more than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun Laurel | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Model F |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2240 mm |
