1973 Volvo 1800 vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
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, 1983 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volvo 1800 | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Volvo | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
