1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,486 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sunny | 400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
