2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1979 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 349 kg more than 1979 Porsche 928.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 928. 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, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1979 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Murano | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1799 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 86 L |
