2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord 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 166 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 650 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Murano | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
