1994 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea 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, 2012 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea 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 431 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Altea. 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 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea 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 Seat Altea | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Terrano II | Altea |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |