2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 17 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 600 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.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
