1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 501 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Nubira | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
