1990 Rover 400 vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 665 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, 2012 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2012 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2639 mm |
