1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 512 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Murano |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1802 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2824 mm |