1998 Ford Laser vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 156 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Because 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 1969 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser, 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
