1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 17 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1007 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2010 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
| Model | Terrano II | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
