2005 Nissan Altima vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Altima | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
