1996 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur

To start off, both 1996 Nissan Terrano II and 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 720 kg more than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Nissan Terrano II 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
Make Nissan Rolls-Royce
Model Terrano II Silver Spur
Year Released 1996 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2389 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 116 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 2470 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2120 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3070 mm


 

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