2008 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1970 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1970 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Terios | 1970 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
| Model | Terios | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
