2006 Honda Element vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 23 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 922 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 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Laurel |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |