1958 Ford 17 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 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 181 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 680 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. 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 1958 Ford 17. 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 (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
