1977 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 821 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Corona | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Corona | Murano |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2824 mm |