1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 778 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Laser | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
