2005 Acura CL vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Because 1991 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Terrano. 2005 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | CL | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
