1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Laurel (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
