1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Laurel | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |