1990 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 23 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Versa weights approximately 98 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover 400 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Rover | Nissan |
Model | 400 | Versa |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4455 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |