1987 Holden Camira vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Camira (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 380 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira.
Because 1997 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 1997 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Camira, 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, 1997 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira. 1997 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Holden Camira | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Camira | Laurel |
Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |