1973 Nissan Skyline vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 110 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 686 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Skyline | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | Murano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
