1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 349 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Chevelle | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
