2003 MCC Crossblade vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2003 MCC Crossblade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (85 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2003 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 MCC Crossblade. 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Crossblade. 1981 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Crossblade has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Crossblade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Crossblade | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | MCC | Nissan |
| Model | Crossblade | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3210 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2410 mm |
