2008 Honda Fit vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 19 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Fit | Laurel |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 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 | 1180 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |