1994 Nissan Laurel vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1994 Nissan Laurel is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 214 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. 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, 1994 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360. 1994 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 360 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Laurel | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Laurel | 360 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
