1980 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Ford Laser. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Murano |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
