2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Murano | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 102 L |