1994 Rover 400 vs. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet weights approximately 773 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet 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, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2824 mm |
