1999 Mazda B3000 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Mazda B3000 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B3000. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1981 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B3000, 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 Mazda B3000 (198 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (179 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B3000 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B3000 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
