1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 17 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 220 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.
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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 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 (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Nissan | Chrysler |
| Model | Laurel | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
