1995 Rover 400 vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, 2004 Volvo C70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo C70 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1995 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volvo C70 (339 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 400 | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
