2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 859 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
