1995 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 670 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Terrano II | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
