1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 800 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Laurel | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Publica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2140 mm |