2000 Nissan Xterra vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 710 kg more than 1993 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Xterra | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Xterra | 100 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
