1995 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1995 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 450 kg more than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Terrano II | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Nissan | Packard |
| Model | Terrano II | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3240 mm |
