1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel

To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 10 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Laurel.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Nissan Laurel 1997 Nissan Laurel
Make Nissan Nissan
Model Laurel Laurel
Year Released 1989 1997
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2730 mm