1996 Nissan Laurel vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 1996 Nissan Laurel is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Rover 2000. 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, 1973 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Laurel. 1996 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1973 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1973 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Laurel | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Laurel | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
