1989 Nissan Santana vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana.
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 200 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Nissan Santana | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | Santana | 200 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |