2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1992 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 91 kg more than 1992 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 Tahoe (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Laurel. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1992 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tahoe | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
