1983 Jeep CJ vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1983 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 470 kg more than 1983 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Jeep CJ | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | CJ | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
