1970 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Brougham (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 966 kg more than 1989 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Brougham | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Brougham | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2680 mm |
