2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1972 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 1972 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 1972 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 1972 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1972 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | YRV | Laurel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |