1976 Nissan Laurel vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva, 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Laurel | 1991 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Laurel | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
