2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel

To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy 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 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Premacy (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 65 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.

Because 1989 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda Premacy 1989 Nissan Laurel
Make Mazda Nissan
Model Premacy Laurel
Year Released 2005 1989
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1833 cc 1809 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2680 mm


 

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