1957 Holden FE vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 765 kg more than 1957 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FE | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
