2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1968 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 85 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 Toyota Crown. 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 1968 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
