2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne 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 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (339 Nm). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Murano | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Murano | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 448 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |