1996 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
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 Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Rover | Nissan |
Model | 400 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2685 mm |