1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 535 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Laurel | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Laurel | Pickup |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |