1968 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor 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 184 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. 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 1968 Morris Minor. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Morris Minor | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Minor | Murano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 82 L |
