2002 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon 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 641 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Plymouth Neon. 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 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Terrano II | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Terrano II | Neon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
