1958 Ford 17 vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 743 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 1958 Ford 17 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 1958 Ford 17. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
