2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1977 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1977 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti QX56 | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX56 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
