2000 Renault Clio vs. 1982 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Renault Clio is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Clio (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Renault Clio.
Because 1982 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 1982 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio, 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, 2000 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Laurel. 1982 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Clio | 1982 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Clio | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
