2007 Nissan Murano vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Peugeot 504. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Murano | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Murano | 504 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
