1978 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri 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 (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 665 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | Murano |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |