2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-350 | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |