1999 Honda Legend vs. 1969 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 660 kg more than 1969 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend, 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 1969 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | Laurel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1813 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |