2011 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 590 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 1981 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Porsche 911 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 911 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 530 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |