2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1981 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 300 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |