1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 520 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1997 Nissan Laurel 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 1997 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Laurel. 1997 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Laurel |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |