1984 Nissan Laurel vs. 1999 Tata E220
To start off, 1999 Tata E220 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata E220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata E220 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Tata E220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Tata E220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Laurel | 1999 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Laurel | E220 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
