2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. Both 2005 Nissan Terrano and 1987 Toyota Crown are equipped with a 2,954 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 314 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
