2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel. 2007 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
