1973 Nissan President vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan President. 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, 1973 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan President | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | President | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2973 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
