2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1981 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Laser.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Titan | 1981 Ford Laser | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Titan | Laser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2370 mm |