2004 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 1995 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2004 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1995 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
