1997 Rover 200 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 200 | C30 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
