1991 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 971 kg more than 1991 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 400 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |
