1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 451 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
