1988 Lancia Hit vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Hit | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Hit | Laurel |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |