1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 1993 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Terrano II | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
