1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 600 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
