2000 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. 1977 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Pride Wagon | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Pride Wagon | Laurel |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |