2007 Chevrolet Evanda vs. 1996 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Evanda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Laurel would be higher. Both 2007 Chevrolet Evanda and 1996 Nissan Laurel are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Evanda. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Evanda weights approximately 167 kg more than 1996 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1996 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 1996 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Evanda, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Evanda (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Evanda | 1996 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Evanda | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
