2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1978 Nissan Laurel

To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1978 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Laurel.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Chevrolet SSR 1978 Nissan Laurel
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model SSR Laurel
Year Released 2003 1978
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5316 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 449 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2154 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2680 mm


 

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