1952 Allard Safari vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 288 kg more than 1952 Allard Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Allard Safari 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 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano, 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 Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Allard Safari. (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Allard Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Murano |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 82 L |
