1979 Nissan Laurel vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Laurel | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Carina |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |