1994 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1994 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 710 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Terrano II | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Nissan | Riley |
| Model | Terrano II | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
