2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 749 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
