1956 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 723 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Escort | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Murano |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 82 L |
