1965 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1965 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina. 2007 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Cortina | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cortina | Murano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
