2001 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 2001 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 168 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1959 Rover P5 (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Terrano II | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Terrano II | P5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
