1989 Rover Montego vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego. 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, 2006 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego. 2006 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover Montego has manual transmission. 1989 Rover Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Montego | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Montego | C70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
