1994 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 14 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, 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 272 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.
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, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2519 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
