2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 760 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Talbot 2500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Terrano II | 2500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
