1992 Rover 800 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1992 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1992 Rover 800. 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 800 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 800 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
