2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1813 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
