2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. Both 2009 Nissan X-Trail and 1989 Plymouth Laser are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | X-Trail | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
