1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1982 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Laurel |
Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |