2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1990 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1990 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Laurel. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1990 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |
