1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 1994 Porsche 928 is newer by 13 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 285 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Laurel | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Laurel | 928 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2753 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |