2000 Rover 45 vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Rover 45 (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. 1993 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 2000 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2000 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rover 45 | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 45 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
