1994 Rover 200 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 495 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
