1978 Ford LTD vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford LTD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford LTD | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | LTD | Murano |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
