1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 44 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Because 2009 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
