1994 Rover Range Rover vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,552 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (225 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 269 kg more than 2012 Nissan Frontier.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover. 1994 Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4552 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
