1991 Nissan Laurel vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Rover City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover City, 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 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Laurel | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Laurel | City |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
