1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 934 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Explorer | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
