1993 Rover 200 vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
