1996 Nissan Laurel vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1996 Nissan Laurel is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph GT6 would be higher. Both 1996 Nissan Laurel and 1973 Triumph GT6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6. 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, 1996 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Laurel | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Laurel | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2120 mm |
