1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
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 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Laurel. 1983 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 685 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
