1993 Ford Laser vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 1998 Nissan Pickup is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 441 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup 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 1998 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Laser | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Laser | Pickup |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |