1993 Rover 200 vs. 1999 Volvo S70
To start off, 1999 Volvo S70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,317 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S70 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 1999 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | S70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
