1990 Nissan Terrano vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 51 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 Nissan Murano. 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan Terrano | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Terrano | Murano |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2824 mm |