2000 AC Aceca vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Aceca | Laurel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |