1980 Nissan Laurel vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Laurel | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Laurel | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |