1996 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1996 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Laurel | Express |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3429 mm |