1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Expedition | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Laurel |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |