2005 Holden UTE vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Holden UTE is newer by 16 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (202 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden UTE weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden UTE | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | UTE | Laurel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |