1991 Rover 400 vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 678 kg more than 1991 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, 2006 Volvo C70 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400. 2006 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1991 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1991 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rover 400 | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
