1999 Nissan Laurel vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1999 Nissan Laurel is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 808 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. 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, 1999 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Laurel | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |