1993 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
