1999 Mazda Laputa vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1999 Mazda Laputa is newer by 3 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1999 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda Laputa. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Laputa | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Laputa | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
