1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 215 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | A 109 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
