1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1994 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Vivace | Murano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
