1984 Nissan Laurel vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 626 kg more than 1984 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Laurel. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Laurel | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Laurel | Escape |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
