2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina 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 171 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 684 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
