1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 936 kg more than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3700 mm |
