1992 Nissan Laurel vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 511 kg more than 1992 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Laurel. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Laurel | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
