1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan 400 R weights approximately 233 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 400 R | Cube |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
