1996 Rover 400 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 17 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 2013 Infiniti G 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 2013 Infiniti G. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400, 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Rover | Infiniti |
| Model | 400 | G |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
