1991 Nissan Laurel vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1991 Nissan Laurel is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 105 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. 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, 1991 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Nissan Laurel | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Laurel | 404 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |