1999 Honda Z vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Honda Z 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Z | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |