1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1998 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1998 Nissan Laurel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Laurel (153 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 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, 1998 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. 1998 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate has manual transmission. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1998 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Graduate | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
