2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Express | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2680 mm |