1978 Ford Taunus vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2003 Nissan Murano is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Murano weights approximately 780 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taunus | Murano |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |