1973 Datsun Laurel vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1973 Datsun Laurel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun Laurel (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Datsun Laurel weights approximately 920 kg more than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Datsun Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Datsun Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Datsun Laurel | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
| Make | Datsun | Marcos |
| Model | Laurel | 2 Litres |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
