1995 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 236 kg more than 1995 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
