2002 Honda Z vs. 1992 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 10 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, 1992 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1992 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
