1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1997 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 565 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
