2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 31 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 819 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Freestar (357 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestar | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
