2009 Nissan Versa vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 2,823 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 136 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa, 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Versa | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Versa | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |