1955 Ford Prefect vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (123 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1955 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Prefect | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Prefect | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |
