1992 Rover 100 vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 712 kg more than 1992 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 V70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 100 | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 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 | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
