2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry 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 87 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (206 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
