2002 Nissan Altima vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Altima | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
