2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 635 kg more than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. 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 (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton. (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Terrano II | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
