1993 Rover 200 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 581 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (180 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
