1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 1977 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 185 kg more than 1977 Zastava 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Laurel | 1977 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Nissan | Zastava |
| Model | Laurel | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
