1999 Nissan Z vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, both 1999 Nissan Z and 1999 Rover 75 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Z (197 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75.
Because 1999 Nissan Z 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 1999 Nissan Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75, 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, 1999 Nissan Z (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Z | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Z | 75 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
