1990 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400.
Because 2010 Dodge Nitro 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 2010 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400, 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Rover | Dodge |
| Model | 400 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2764 mm |
