1970 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 501 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Crown | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Crown | Murano |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |