1994 Rover 800 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1994 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 800 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 800 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
