2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Frontier | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |