1992 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 148 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Beretta | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Beretta | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
