1999 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 670 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Terrano II | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
