1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 157 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (84 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Croma | Murano |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
