2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra 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 189 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Murano | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
