1998 Ford Laser vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
