1990 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 499 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mazda 626 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 626 | Murano |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |