1995 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 362 kg more than 1995 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Terrano II | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Terrano II | Frontier |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1987 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |