1990 Nissan Terrano vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy 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 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 47 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 Mazda Premacy. 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 Mazda Premacy. 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Terrano | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Terrano | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
