1990 Nissan Laurel vs. 1998 Vector M12
To start off, 1998 Vector M12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Vector M12 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1990 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, 1998 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Laurel | 1998 Vector M12 | |
Make | Nissan | Vector |
Model | Laurel | M12 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1808 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |