1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | 300 ZX | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
