2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
