1990 Nissan Terrano vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Terrano | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Terrano | 605 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
