1999 Nissan R 391 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan R 391. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 391 would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan R 391 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Nissan R 391. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan R 391.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Nissan R 391 (359 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan R 391 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 1999 Nissan R 391 has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan R 391 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan R 391 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | R 391 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
