1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 255 kg more than 1993 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Omega 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 | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Laurel | Omega |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
