1991 Rover 100 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 16 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 636 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 100 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
