1995 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 17 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1389 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200. 2012 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 200 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Rover | Nissan |
Model | 200 | Armada |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |