1962 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1962 Ford Cortina. (48 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 752 kg more than 1962 Ford Cortina. 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 1962 Ford Cortina. 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 (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Cortina | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Murano |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 82 L |
