1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1998 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Honda Step Wagon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Step Wagon | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
