1972 Austin 1800 vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin 1800, 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 1800 | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
