1979 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 114 kg more than 1979 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Laurel | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Laurel | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
