1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 327 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Laurel | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2616 mm |
