1966 Nissan President 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 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President 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 122 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 265 kg more than 1966 Nissan President. 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 1966 Nissan President. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan President | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | President | Murano |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
