1997 Nissan Laurel vs. 1985 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 550 kg more than 1985 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Stanza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Laurel | 1985 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Laurel | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2824 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
