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Nissan Laurel E-HC35/E-GC35 2.8 D (101 Hp)
Overall Rating
Nissan Laurel:
The Nissan Laurel is a two- and four-door sedan manufactured and marketed by Nissan from 1968 to 2002. Later generations added all-wheel-drive along with turbocharged engines. Introduced in 1968 as a new model positioned above the Datsun Bluebird 510, the Laurel offered the luxury of the Nissan Gloria A30 in a shorter wheelbase, and always was the luxury version of the Skyline range for all generations, sharing engines, suspensions and handling dynamics of the popular performance coupe and sedan while having a longer wheelbase....(Read more on Wikipedia)
E-HC35/E-GC35 Overview:
Nissan Laurel (E-HC35/E-GC35). With 179 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11 l/100km). With a weight of 1430 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.8 D (101 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong low-end torque suitable for cruising, but acceleration is modest due to its lower horsepower.
Fuel Economy
The most fuel-efficient option in the lineup, ideal for long-distance driving where economy is prioritized.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth inline-six engines
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Rear-wheel-drive dynamics
- • Spacious interior
- • Robust build quality
Cons:
- • Limited availability outside Japan
- • Aging safety features
- • Higher fuel consumption for petrol engines
- • Dated interior design
- • Potential for rust on older models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(E-HC33: 1990 - 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Laurel |
| Generation: | E-HC35/E-GC35 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.8 D (101 Hp) |
| Start of production: | June, 1997 |
| End of production: | August, 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 101 Hp @ 4800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 35.7 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 179 Nm @ 2400 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2826 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 22.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.2 kg/Hp, 70.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 125.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1430 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4765 mm mm [55mm more] |
| Width: | 1730 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1400 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2720 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1470 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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