1963 Rover 2000 vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 1974 Volvo 343 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover 2000 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1963 Rover 2000 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343. 1974 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 1963 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1963 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Rover 2000 | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 2000 | 343 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
