1990 Nissan Laurel vs. 2001 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 306 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Laurel 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 16 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 306. 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, 2001 Peugeot 306, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 306. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Laurel | 2001 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Laurel | 306 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
