1998 Nissan Laurel vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1998 Nissan Laurel is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 470 kg more than 1962 Triumph TR4. 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, 1998 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph TR4. (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph TR4. 1998 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1962 Triumph TR4 has manual transmission. 1962 Triumph TR4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Laurel | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Laurel | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
