1973 BMW 1502 vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 BMW 1502. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 815 kg more than 1973 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 1502 | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1502 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
