1978 Nissan Cedric 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 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cedric. 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric. 2006 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan Cedric will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Murano |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
