1987 Nissan Mid4 vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Mid4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Mid4 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Mid4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 201 kg more than 1987 Nissan Mid4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Mid4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Mid4 | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Mid4 | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
