2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 515 kg more than 1993 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Maxima | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Maxima | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
