1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 13 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 558 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (230 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
