2012 GMC Savana vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 31 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1594 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.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Savana | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Savana | Laurel |
Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2410 mm |