1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 632 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Thunderbird | Laurel |
Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |