1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 616 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1995 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1995 De Tomaso Guara | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Guara | Murano |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2824 mm |