2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 29 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 515 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 785 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.
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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Le Mans | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1813 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
