1993 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1194 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.
Because 2011 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 X-Trail (226 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (124 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
