1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Laurel | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Laurel | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
