2004 Nissan Murano vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 137 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 146 kg more than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (328 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2320 mm |
