1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 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 27 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 311 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 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 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Terrano II | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terrano II | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
