1989 Nissan Laurel vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1989 Nissan Laurel is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 605 kg more than 1962 NSU Prinz. 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 (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Laurel | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | Laurel | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
