2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 801 kg more than 1968 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1968 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Ranger | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |