2004 Nissan Murano vs. 1985 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 688 kg more than 1985 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Nissan Skyline 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 1985 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 1985 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Murano | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1738 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
