1990 Nissan Terrano vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 426 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano. 2009 Nissan Frontier 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. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Terrano | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Terrano | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
