1990 Rover 400 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 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 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 496 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 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 | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
