1996 Nissan Laurel vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1996 Nissan Laurel is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 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 32 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504. 1996 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1978 Peugeot 504 has manual transmission. 1978 Peugeot 504 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 | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Laurel | 504 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
