1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 2000 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 11 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 225 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Omega. 1989 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Laurel | 2000 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Laurel | Omega |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
