1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 220 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (212 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Terrano II | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
