2010 Renault Duster vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 33 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 1977 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Duster | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Duster | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2680 mm |
