1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Nissan Murano

To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 421 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Corvette 2004 Nissan Murano
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Corvette Murano
Year Released 1967 2004
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 3507 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1796 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 82 L


 

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