1984 Ford Laser vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Laser | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
