2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai, 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Qashqai | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
