1998 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 75 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
