1978 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan 260 ZX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan 260 ZX | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | 260 ZX | 100 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
