2007 MG TF vs. 1976 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1976 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TF | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
