1987 Ford Laser vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 642 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Laser | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 381 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 | 800 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
