1994 Rover 200 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 550 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| 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 | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
