2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 688 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Terrano | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
