2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1992 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 714 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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, 2000 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1992 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Extreme | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 1808 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
