2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 924 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Pathfinder | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
