2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Datsun Laurel
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Datsun Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Datsun Laurel would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Datsun Laurel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
| Model | Express | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
