1972 Nissan Laurel vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (63 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1972 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 1972 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia, 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, 1972 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Laurel | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Laurel | Felicia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1815 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |