1988 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 10 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 69 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan 300 ZX | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | 300 ZX | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
