2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 34 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Nitro | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |