1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1974 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 1974 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1974 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Sunny | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
