1990 Rover 400 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 467 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
