1992 Rover 100 vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Volvo C70 is newer by 13 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 791 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, 2005 Volvo C70 (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 100 | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 100 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
