2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 440 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. 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 1988 Ford Falcon. 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Murano | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
