2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona 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 53 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 775 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. 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 1968 Toyota Corona. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
