1990 Nissan Terrano vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 142 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Terrano | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Terrano | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
