1990 Nissan Terrano vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 22 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 200 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 2012 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Terrano | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
