1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 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 (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Corsair. 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 (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 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 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Corsair | Murano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 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 | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
