2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 84 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Murano | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
