1971 Maserati Indy vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Indy 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 85 kg more than 1971 Maserati Indy.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Maserati Indy. 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, 1971 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Maserati Indy | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Indy | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4718 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
