2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 844 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Murano | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Murano | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |