2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Defender | Laurel |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1813 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |