1999 Audi R8R vs. 1982 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 17 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 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi R8R | 1982 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | R8R | Laurel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 162 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |