1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 24 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), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1061 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, 2013 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel. 2013 GMC Savana 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. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Laurel | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Laurel | Savana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 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 |
