1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1953 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1953 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 615 kg more than 1953 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 1953 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Terrano II | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
