1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair 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 (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1966 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Corsair 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 1966 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (360 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Corsair | Murano |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
