1977 Nissan Laurel vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel 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 39 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 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 45 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1977 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 1977 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, 1977 Nissan Laurel (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Nissan Laurel | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Laurel | 406 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2753 cc | 1903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |