2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Nissan Terrano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Terrano | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
| Model | Terrano | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
