2000 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 27 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 450 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, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1813 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
