2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 520 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 911. 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Terrano II | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
