1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 1986 Volvo 242
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volvo 242. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volvo 242 would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 242. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 242. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Volvo 242. 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 Laurel (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 242. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 242. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1986 Volvo 242 has manual transmission. 1986 Volvo 242 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Laurel | 1986 Volvo 242 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Laurel | 242 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
