2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1137 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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-250 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
