2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Murano | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
