1995 Rover 600 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, both 1995 Rover 600 and 1995 Volvo 850 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Rover 600. 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, 1995 Rover 600 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 600 | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 600 | 850 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |