2012 Nissan Titan vs. 1992 Ford Laser
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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 230 more horse power than 1992 Ford Laser. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1992 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 1992 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Titan | 1992 Ford Laser | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Titan | Laser |
Year Released | 2012 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2480 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4060 mm | 2510 mm |