1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Laurel (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
