1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 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 64 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 785 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. 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 1965 Peugeot 204. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Terrano II | 204 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
