2004 Infiniti FX vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 720 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
