1994 Rover 200 vs. 2009 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Volvo S60 is newer by 15 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 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 388 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, 2009 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2009 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
