1984 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 21 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1052 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Laurel | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Laurel | Pickup |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |