1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1674 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laurel | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |
