2009 Acura RL vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 20 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (202 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | RL | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
