1996 Rover 400 vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (241 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400. 2003 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 400 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
