1979 Datsun Laurel vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 30 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 870 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun Laurel | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Datsun | Jeep |
| Model | Laurel | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
