1966 Marcos 1800 vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1966 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 960 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Marcos 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Marcos 1800 | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Marcos | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
