1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 21 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 452 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.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Laurel | Nitro |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2764 mm |