2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 210 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 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 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Tiburon | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |