1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 530 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1981 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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 Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Laurel | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Previa |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2753 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |