1993 Rover 800 vs. 2002 Volvo C70
To start off, 2002 Volvo C70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Volvo C70. (162 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2002 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2002 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 800 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
