1994 Ford Probe vs. 1976 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1994 Ford Probe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Probe weights approximately 116 kg more than 1976 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Probe, 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, 1994 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 1976 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Probe | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
