1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Laurel | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Nissan | Avanti |
Model | Laurel | Avanti |
Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |