2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 5,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
