1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 1995 Rover 416i
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 416i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 416i would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Rover 416i. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 416i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 295 kg more than 1995 Rover 416i. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 416i, 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 416i. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 416i. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 416i has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 416i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 1995 Rover 416i | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Stagea | 416i |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
