2009 Nissan Murano vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 25 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 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 715 kg more than 1987 Renault 25. 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 1987 Renault 25. 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 (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Murano | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 34 L |
