1997 Nissan Laurel vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 615 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Laurel | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2824 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
