2005 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (123 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano II | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
