1980 Nissan Laurel vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1980 Nissan Laurel is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 226 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312, 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, 1980 Nissan Laurel (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Laurel | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Laurel | 312 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
