1999 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 2 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra 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 725 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Cobra. 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
