1990 Nissan Laurel vs. 1979 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1990 Nissan Laurel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 304, 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, 1990 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Laurel | 1979 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Laurel | 304 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
