1971 Rover 2000 vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1971 Rover 2000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 2000 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
