1993 Rover 200 vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 145 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
