1982 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Laurel | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Laurel | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
