1987 Lada 2104 vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2104 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 175 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 785 kg more than 1987 Lada 2104. 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 1987 Lada 2104. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2104. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2104 | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Lada | Nissan |
| Model | 2104 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
