1992 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 137 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 400 | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 400 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
