1996 Nissan Terrano vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Previa. 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 Nissan Terrano (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Terrano | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
