1985 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 738 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Murano |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
