1989 Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Range Rover (185 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (177 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 Rover Range Rover (319 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Rover Range Rover | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | V70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
