1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 19 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1264 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, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Laurel | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | Laurel | Savana |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3429 mm |