2012 Nissan Quest vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Quest | 1989 Ford Laser | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Quest | Laser |
Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1981 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1971 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |