1993 Audi Coupe vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Audi Coupe is newer by 4 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Audi Coupe. 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, 1993 Audi Coupe, 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 (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi Coupe. (173 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi Coupe. 1989 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1993 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1993 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Audi Coupe | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | Coupe | Laurel |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |