1991 Nissan Laurel vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 21 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Nissan Laurel | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Laurel | Sentra |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1808 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2685 mm |