1985 Nissan Santana vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1985 Nissan Santana. 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, 1985 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Santana | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Santana | 200 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
