1995 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1995 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1995 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Rasheen | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Rasheen | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
