1982 Nissan Laurel vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Laurel would be higher. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 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, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Laurel | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Laurel | iOn |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
