1979 Datsun Laurel vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 33 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 518 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Datsun Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun Laurel. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1979 Datsun Laurel has manual transmission. 1979 Datsun Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun Laurel | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Venza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
