1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Laurel | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | Laurel | TT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2469 mm |
