1994 Nissan Laurel vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1994 Nissan Laurel is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1994 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 1994 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1970 Volkswagen 1600 has manual transmission. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Laurel | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laurel | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
