2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 314 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Quest | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2560 mm |
