1994 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 445 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 911. 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Terrano II | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Terrano II | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
