1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 2001 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2001 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 172 kg more than 1995 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2001 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fairlane | 2001 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
