1994 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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 21 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 525 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 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 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Terrano II | 2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2489 mm |
