1983 Ford Laser vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Santana weights approximately 284 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Laser | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Santana |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
