1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 32 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Tundra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3220 mm |