1962 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica 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 236 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Toyota Publica 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 1962 Toyota Publica. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Toyota Publica | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Publica | Murano |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |