1997 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 24 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 65 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, 1997 Audi A4, 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
