2009 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 28 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 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Rezzo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 102 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
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, 2009 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Rezzo | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Rezzo | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
