2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1980 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 303 kg more than 1980 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 1980 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Freestar | Laurel |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |