2009 Honda HR-V vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 446 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | HR-V | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
