1993 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 15 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 140 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, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S40. (150 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
