2012 GMC Terrain vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 690 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 1981 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Terrain | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Terrain | Laurel |
Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4707 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2410 mm |