2004 Nissan Murano vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 121 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 (334 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Murano | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
