1998 Ford Laser vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 246 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
