1993 Nissan Serena vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 425 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Serena | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Serena | 400 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
