1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Laurel | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
