2000 Rover 45 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Volvo 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Rover 45 (163 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rover 45 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 45 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
