2007 Daihatsu Trevis vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 26 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Trevis, 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Trevis | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Trevis | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
