1993 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 442 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
