2007 Nissan Murano vs. 1984 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Laurel 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 138 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 725 kg more than 1984 Nissan Laurel. 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 1984 Nissan Laurel. 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 (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Murano | 1984 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Murano | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
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 | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |