1954 Ford Prefect vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1954 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 775 kg more than 1954 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Prefect | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Murano |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
