1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 1992 Rover 220
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 220 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 220 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1993 Nissan Sunny. 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 220 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Sunny. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 1992 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sunny | 220 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
