1993 Rover 100 vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1993 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Rover 100 | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 100 | XC90 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
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 | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |