1984 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 29 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 844 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Laurel | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
