1980 Nissan Laurel vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 390 kg more than 1980 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Nissan Laurel | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Laurel | Quest |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |