1994 Rover 200 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1994 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, 1984 Volvo 740 (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
