2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 514 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Terrano | Viscount |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
