1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 1992 Rover 620i
To start off, 1992 Rover 620i is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 620i (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 620i weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i, 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, 1992 Rover 620i (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 620i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Laurel | 1992 Rover 620i | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Laurel | 620i |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
