1982 Nissan Laurel vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1982 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 1982 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1982 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Laurel | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
