1990 Nissan Terrano vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 480 kg more than 1990 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Terrano | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Terrano | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
