1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 2,387 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 38 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 435 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
