1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 is newer by 7 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 670 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Laurel | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tatra |
| Model | Laurel | T700 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3140 mm |
