2000 Honda HR-V vs. 1979 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Because 1979 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 1979 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V, 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, 1979 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda HR-V | 1979 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | HR-V | Laurel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |