1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 8 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Laurel | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
Model | Laurel | Laser |
Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |