2008 Nissan Primera vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Rover 2000 (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 169 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000.
Because 1968 Rover 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Rover 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Primera | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2182 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
