2004 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 27 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. 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, 2004 Daewoo Rezzo, 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 (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Rezzo | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Rezzo | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
