2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Murano | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Murano | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |