1991 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Voyager. (101 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 485 kg more than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1983 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Chrysler Voyager (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Voyager | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Voyager | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
