1995 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 655 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Terrano II | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
