1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 54 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Murano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |
