1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 480 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1981 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Nissan Laurel | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Laurel | C-Max |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2788 mm |