1987 Holden Barina vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1987 Holden Barina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 510 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Barina, 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina. 1977 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Barina | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2680 mm |
