1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Laurel (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 225 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 404. 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Laurel | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Laurel | 404 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2753 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
