1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Caprice | Murano |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |