1972 Nissan President vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan President | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | President | Murano |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |