1997 Nissan Laurel vs. 1973 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Volvo 1800. 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, 1997 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 1800. (154 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Laurel | 1973 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Laurel | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2824 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
