2009 Nissan Murano vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 326 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 1993 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Murano | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Murano | Supra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 598 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |