2000 Ford TS-50 vs. 1974 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TS-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TS-50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford TS-50 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1974 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Ford TS-50 (175 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TS-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TS-50 | 1974 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | TS-50 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
