2007 Hummer H2 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 26 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1693 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.
Because 2007 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hummer H2 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Hummer | Nissan |
| Model | H2 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2410 mm |
