2005 TVR T 350 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (347 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
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 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2005 TVR T 350 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | TVR | Nissan |
Model | T 350 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |