1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 94 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. 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 1991 Ford Falcon. 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | Murano |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
