2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Fury. 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (477 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Murano | Fury |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3060 mm |
