1995 Ford Royale vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1995 Ford Royale is newer by 5 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 37 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Royale. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Royale | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
