1980 Nissan Laurel vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 541 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 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Laurel. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Laurel | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
