1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Murano |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
