1979 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Laurel | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Laurel | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |