1991 Nissan Terrano vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Nissan Terrano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 145 kg more than 1991 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Terrano | 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
