1997 Nissan Laurel vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 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 21 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 490 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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, 1988 Renault 19, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Laurel | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Laurel | 19 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2824 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
