1984 Ford Orion vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion 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 186 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Orion | Murano |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2824 mm |
