1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
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, 1998 Rover 75, 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Laurel | 1998 Rover 75 | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | Laurel | 75 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |