1984 Rover Vitesse vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1984 Rover Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Rover Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover Vitesse. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover Vitesse. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1984 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1984 Rover Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Rover Vitesse | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Vitesse | S60 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2776 mm |
