1958 Ford Prefect vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 987 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Prefect | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |