1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Laurel | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |