2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 90 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 71 kg more than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Frontier | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
