2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2001 Nissan Pickup is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Rover 200.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup 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 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200, 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, 1997 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Pickup | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Pickup | 200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
