1985 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 22 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 748 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 2007 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
