2007 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 208 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |