1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 400 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Nissan Laurel | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Laurel | 1200 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |