2005 Renault Clio vs. 1980 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio, 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, 1980 Nissan Laurel (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio. 1980 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 1980 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
