2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (230 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Tonka | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2730 mm |
