1982 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 551 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 740 kg more than 1982 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 694 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Laurel | Mustang |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |