1971 Jeep CJ vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 593 kg more than 1971 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jeep CJ | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |
