1998 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
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 Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 75 | Versa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
