2007 Nissan Murano vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza 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 (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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 (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Murano | Stanza |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |