1995 Lexus LX vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1995 Lexus LX is newer by 2 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus LX (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus LX weights approximately 1020 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 1995 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lexus LX 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, 1995 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus LX | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | LX | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
