1998 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 75 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
