1995 Nissan Pulsar vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Rover 200.
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, 1996 Rover 200 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Pulsar | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Pulsar | 200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
