1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Murano |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |