1959 Holden FE vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 819 kg more than 1959 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FE | Murano |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
