1995 Rover 400 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 12 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400.
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, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 400 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
