1993 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Laurel. 1997 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 300 ZX | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
