1993 Plymouth Laser vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 769 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Plymouth Laser | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3200 mm |
