1984 Nissan Santana vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1984 Nissan Santana is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Laurel (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 76 kg more than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1968 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 1968 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Santana, 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, 1968 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Santana | 1968 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Santana | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
