1994 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 549 kg more than 1994 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 200 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
