1979 Datsun Laurel vs. 2002 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 23 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 5 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 72 kg more than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Datsun Laurel (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun Laurel | 2002 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Datsun | Honda |
| Model | Laurel | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
