1977 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 806 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Murano |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
