2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 288 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Tucson | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
