1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler Newport. 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Newport | Murano |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2860 mm |
