2012 Nissan Titan vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1513 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Titan | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Titan | Laser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2303 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2370 mm |
