2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 415 kg more than 1983 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Toyota Caldina | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Caldina | Laurel |
Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 256 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |