1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. 1998 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Terrano II | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
