1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1975 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, 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, 1975 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1975 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Opti | Laurel |
Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |