2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | Murano | Toronado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |