1993 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord, 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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Laurel |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |