1991 Rover 100 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 14 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 810 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
