1994 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 437 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (181 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser. 2009 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Laser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Laser | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Altima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
