2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 916 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2510 mm |
