2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1972 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 307 kg more than 1972 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 1972 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 1972 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | HR-V | Laurel |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 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 | 1317 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |