1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 1996 Dodge Ram and 1996 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 788 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Ram | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2660 mm |
