2005 Nissan Platina vs. 1992 Rover 216
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 216 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Platina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 216 (122 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 216 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 216 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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, 2005 Nissan Platina (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 216. (140 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Platina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 216.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Platina | 1992 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Platina | 216 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
