1994 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 531 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
