1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | 3-Litre | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |