1956 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 290 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, 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, 1997 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 1997 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
