1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1974 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1974 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 1974 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Laurel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |