1998 Rover 75 vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, 2001 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Volvo C70. 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, 1998 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 75 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
