2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 24 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 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 485 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SLR McLaren | Laurel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1730 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |