2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1971 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2139 kg more than 1971 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 672 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1971 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6688 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2630 mm |
