1999 Rover 75 vs. 1997 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo C70 (190 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo C70 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 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, 1997 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 75 | 1997 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 75 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
