2007 Nissan Armada vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Armada weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Armada | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Armada | Laser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
