2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 18 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |
