1972 Nissan Laurel vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 796 kg more than 1972 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (315 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Laurel | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Laurel | Murano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1815 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
