2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 1968 Toyota Sport 800. 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
