1993 Dodge Spirit vs. 1995 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1995 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 309 kg more than 1993 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1995 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1993 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Spirit | 1995 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Spirit | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
