1993 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 180 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Terrano II. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester 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 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Terrano II | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2616 mm |
