1995 Rover 200 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
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, 2006 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200. 2006 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 200 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | V70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
