1996 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1989 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Terrano II | 1989 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
