2010 Nissan Frontier vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 324 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Frontier | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Frontier | Laser |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
