1996 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1996 Nissan Terrano II and 1996 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Terrano II | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Terrano II | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |