1974 Nissan Laurel vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1974 Nissan Laurel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 15 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. 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, 1974 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Laurel | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Laurel | 1202 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |