1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 177 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | 3.8 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
