2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 633 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1997 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Atos | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Atos | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1085 cc | 2824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |