2009 Lada 110 vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Lada 110 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Lada 110. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lada 110, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 110. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada 110 has manual transmission. 2009 Lada 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 110 | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 110 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
