1992 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort, 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, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1971 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
