2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 27 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 2008 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2410 mm |
