2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1991 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1991 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | RX-8 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2615 cc | 1808 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |