1991 Rover 100 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 747 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
