1992 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 535 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Panda, 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Panda | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Panda | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |
