1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 22 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 851 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Laurel | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | Laurel | Savana |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |