2009 Nissan Murano vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 432 kg more than 1960 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Murano | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |
