2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 59 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 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Hardbody | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
