2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Toyota Supra.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Terrano | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
