2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1972 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 1972 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1972 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Laurel |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |