1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1996 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1996 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1996 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-250 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |