1990 Nissan Terrano vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 655 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.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano. 2010 Ford F-150 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. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Terrano | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Terrano | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3670 mm |
