1971 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1973 Nissan Laurel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 202 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1813 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
