1995 Rover 800 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 800 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 800 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
