1998 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1998 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 1998 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 1998 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Laurel | Prius |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |