1973 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1357 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 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Laurel | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3683 mm |
