1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Rover 400.
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 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan Sunny | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sunny | 400 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
