1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 830 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
