2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1992 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 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 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1992 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | DrifterX | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
