1973 Rover P5B vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover P5B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Rover P5B | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | P5B | S60 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
