1980 Nissan Laurel vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 108 kg more than 1980 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Laurel | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
