1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 386 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Argento Viva | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
