1996 Nissan Laurel vs. 1983 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1996 Nissan Laurel is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Soarer. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Toyota Soarer. 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, 1983 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Laurel | 1983 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Soarer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |