2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1989 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 1989 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3, 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C3 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
