1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 1990 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1995 Dodge Avenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (155 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger, 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, 1995 Dodge Avenger (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Laurel. 1995 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 1990 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Avenger | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
