2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 28 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 2005 Daewoo Lanos, 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 (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Lanos | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
