2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 138 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
