1964 Honda S500 vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,388 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 78 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 945 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. 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 1964 Honda S500. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500. 2004 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 1964 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1964 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S500 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2660 mm |
