1992 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1992 Ford Laser. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 790 kg more than 1992 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Laser | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Murano |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
