1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 250 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Laurel | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Laurel | 203 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |