1984 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 305 kg more than 1984 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1984 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 1984 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Laurel | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |