1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1993 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 1993 Nissan Terrano II and 1993 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Renault Twingo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 815 kg more than 1993 Renault Twingo. 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 1993 Renault Twingo. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Twingo. (90 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 1993 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Terrano II | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
