2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 930 kg more than 1991 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, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Pathfinder | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1395 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 | 360 Nm | 124 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 | 1020 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 |
