2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 25 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-150 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
