1973 Nissan Laurel vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Laurel | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Laurel | 406 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
