1979 Toyota Century vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Century 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 1979 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Century | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Century | Murano |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2824 mm |