2009 Nissan Murano vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse 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 53 more horse power than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1988 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 443 kg more than 1988 Rover Vitesse. 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 1988 Rover Vitesse. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse. 2009 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 1988 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1988 Rover Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Murano | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
