2007 BMW X3 vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 BMW X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
