1993 Rover 200 vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 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 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 431 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volvo S80 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
