1976 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Civic | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Murano |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |