1983 Mini MK IV vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, both 1983 Mini MK IV and 1983 Nissan Laurel were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1983 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 460 kg more than 1983 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mini MK IV, 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, 1983 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mini MK IV | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | MK IV | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
