1996 Nissan Laurel vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1996 Nissan Laurel is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 655 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Laurel | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Publica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |