1991 Rover 100 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 784 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo S80 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
