1989 Nissan Terrano vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1989 Nissan Terrano and 1989 Volvo 460 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 699 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. 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 1989 Volvo 460. 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 (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Terrano | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Terrano | 460 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
